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STUDENT ATHLETE HANDBOOK2019 – 2020
Welcome to the RAIDER Athletic Department! We are pleased to have you as a member of the program. The department challenges each student athlete to achieve his/her best academically and athletically, growing personally throughout their experience at OCC.
The Vision of the Raider Athletic department is:
To be recognized locally as well as nationally as a premier two year experience with emphasis on academic and athletic excellence, focused on leadership, community, and personal growth. The Department will serve the college, community and student with the integrity and accountability required to achieve the highest athletic and scholastic standards.
There is a limited amount of time for an individual to be recognized as a college athlete, but a lifetime for an individual to be recognized as a leader. Each of our athletes will be called upon to be leaders both in and out of the classroom.
Take advantage of the support systems at the college. Work hard, be positive and do the best you can on a daily basis. I am confident you will have a great experience at OCC and proudly represent the institution.
GO RAIDERS!
Jamie CoronaDirector of Athletics
Athletic Department
PHOTOGRAPHYTim Fuller
timfullerphotography.com
AD – Athletic Director
AH – Auburn Hills Campus
ASC – Academic Support Center
HL - Highland and Lakes Campus
MCCAA - Michigan Community College Athletic Association
NJCAA – National Junior College Athletic Association Athletic Association
OCC – Oakland Community College
OR - Orchard Ridge Campus
RO - Royal Oak Campus
SF - Southfield Campus
SA - Student Athlete
GUIDE TO ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS BOOK
NAME (PRINT)
SIGNATURE OF STUDENT ATHLETE DATE
SPORT(Form must be signed/Returned to AD)
STUDENT ATHLETE INFORMATION (PLEASE PRINT)
I understand that in order to be eligible for Intercollegiate Athletic Competition, I must abide by all of the policies and procedures that have been outlined in the 2019-20 OCC Student Athlete Handbook - Included, but not limited to:
Academic Progress Reports OCC athletic department attendance policy Maintain full time student status (12 credits) per NJCAA
Eligibility and Scholarship contract* Maintaining a 2.0 GPA or above Guidelines for the Code of Conduct & being a representative
of the institution
The undersigned do hereby give OCC, its assigners, licensees and legal representatives the irrevocable right to use my name (or fictional name), picture, portrait, or photograph in all forms and media and in all manners, including composite or distorted representations, for advertising, trade or any other lawful purpose, including written copy and testimonials that may be created in connection therewith.
I hereby consent to OCC’s release of educational records of information relating to my academic standing to the NJCAA; to any institution of higher education that inquires about me; to the release of such information at Athletic banquets/celebrations and in any publications relating to intercollegiate athletics at OCC.
I have completely read and fully understand the guidelines in the Student Athlete Handbook. It is my responsibility to me, my team and to the Athletic Department to uphold the integrity and character of this program.
*Schedules MAY NOT be changed after schedule adjustment WITHOUT the approval of Department designee.
STUDENT ATHLETE RESPONSIBILITY - SIGN OFF SHEET
STAFF & FACILITY INFORMATION 6
ADMINISTRATION & COACHING STAFF OTHER ATHLETIC CONTACT INFORMATION
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE 7
KEYS TO SUCCESS ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTER ACADEMIC COUNSELING & CAREER CENTER STUDENT FINANCIAL RESOURCES & SCHOLARSHIPS 8 ACADEMIC CALENDAR 9
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 10
ELIGIBILITY & REGISTRATION PROCESS COURSE SELECTION GUIDELINES 11 ACADEMIC PROGRESS 13 GRADING POLICY 14 ACADEMIC SANCTIONS 16 FERPA 17
ATHLETIC EXCELLENCE 18
CODE OF CONDUCT TRAINING SERVICES 20 NJCAA ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION 22 CLEARINGHOUSE INFORMATION 25
LEADERSHIP AND PERSONAL GROWTH 27
OCC ALUMNI LEADERSHIP & STUDENT LIFE 28 TRANSFERABLE SKILLS 29 ATHLETE TO ATHLETE 30
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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AH – 248.232-.4270 HL – 248.942.3170
COLLEGE PHYSICAL ED FACILITIES
MEN’S BASKETBALL
ANTOINE JOUBERT248.991.5145
MEN’S GOLF
ORIANNA MURRAY248.496.6464
MEN’S & WOMEN’S CROSS COUNTRY
SARAH LINDSAY248.701.8437
WOMEN’S SOFTBALL
JAMIE CORONA586.557.8149
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
JOSH LEES248.709.0431
WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL
BRIAN COUGHENOUR314.803.4865
COACHING STAFF
DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS
JAMIE CORONAOffice 248.232.4513Mobile 248.260.8744
COORDINATOR OF ATHLETIC OPERATIONS
STEVE OGG248.232.4272
DEPARTMENT SECRETARY
KATHLEEN ANDREASSIOffice 248.232.4502Fax 248.232.4518
ATHLETIC TRAINER
PAIGE KASTOffice 248.232.4275
ADMINISTRATION
STAFF AND FACILITY INFORMATION
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AH - 248-232-4080HL - 248-942-3080OR - 248-522-3480
RO - 248-246-2480SF - 248-233-2782ACCESS
ACCESSIBILITY COMPLIANCE CENTER AND EDUCATIONAL SUPPORTServices (ACCESS) is designed to provide accommodations and services to students with a documented disability diagnosed by a qualified, licensed professional as required by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (intake interview required).
AH - 248.232.4350 HL - 248.942.3050OR - 248.522.3450
RO - 248.246.2450SF - 248.233.2750COUNSELING
AH - 248.232.4435 HL - 248.942.3035OR - 248.522.3435
RO - 248.246.2435SF - 248.233.2735
ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTER
KEYS TO ACADEMIC SUCCESSBeing a Student Athlete means juggling many priorities and responsibilities: study time, classes, practice/game schedules, work and family. We encourage you to utilize the college resources to assist you during your time at OCC.
Each campus has an Academic Support Center (ASC) where you can secure help in many academic areas from Math and Science to English tutors at NO COST. Avoid waiting until it is too late – ask for help! You are responsible for keeping your Coach and AD informed of ANY concerns and/or questions regarding your academic progress.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTER (ASC) / COUNSELING CENTERAll Athletes are required to see a counselor to complete enrollment and process registration. See p. 10
The ASC provides support services for students such as tutoring, workshops and seminars, supplemental instruction, and PLACEMENT Testing.
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
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OCC 2019–20 SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS POLICY FOR FINANCIAL AID ELIGIBILITY
Federal regulations require a student to work toward the completion of a degree or certificate when receiving financial aid.
a. Must have completed with a passing grade: A,B,C,D: 67% of all OCC credits attempted, and
b. Must have an OCC overall GPA of at least 2.00 after 15 credits of enrollment at OCC, or have not attempted any credits at OCC, and
c. Students who have attempted between 1-15 credits with an overall GPA below a 2.0 and/or who have earned less than 67% completion rate, will be considered for 2 Probationary semesters of financial aid, and
d. Student must be working toward a degree/certificate at OCC in order to receive financial aid. Only classes in declared degree program will qualify for financial aid.
AH - 248.232.4340HL - 248.942.3040OR - 248.522.3440
RO - 248.246.2440SF - 248.233.2440
FINANCIAL AID OFFICES
STUDENT FINANCIAL RESOURCES AND SCHOLARSHIPS (SFRS)
Financial Aid is available to assist Oakland Community College students with educational expenses. Students are strongly encouraged to apply for grants, scholarships, loans, and employment opportunities. For information on all types of Financial Aid programs and application requirements please contact one of the campus locations listed below.
NOTE: Student Athletes are required to submit a FASFA application in order to qualify for an Athletic Scholarship. This should be done AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE.
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR
FALL SEMESTER 2019 Final Registration August 21-23 College Instruction Begins August 26 Schedule Adjustment (drop/add) Aug 26-30 Labor Day Recess September 2 Thanksgiving Recess November 25–29 College Instruction Ends December 16
WINTER SEMESTER 2020 Final Registration January 8-10 College Instruction Begins January 13 Schedule Adjustment (drop/add) January 13–17 Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 20 Mid-Winter Recess Mar 2-8 College Instruction Ends May 4
SUMMER SESSION 2020 Registration May 5-6 College Instruction Begin May 1 Schedule Adjustment (drop/add) May 11-16 No Classes May 25, July 3–4 College Instruction Ends August 25
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ELIGIBILITY AND REGISTRATION PROCESS
Eligibility for Student Athletes: All academic records must be verified prior to the initial semester of participation including AP course work, college courses taken during high school, transfer credits, etc. Second year athletes must have accumulated 24 credits with a 2.0 to be eligible. Transfer students must be reviewed immediately in order to allow for processing documents, complete orientation, Counselor appointments and proper registration.
REGISTRATION PROCESS
Student Athletes follow these steps: (Returning athletes will be slightly different)
1. ONLINE APPLICATION: Potential Student Athlete must be enrolled at the college PRIOR to any award offered.
2. PRACTICE & PLACEMENT TESTING: Complete PRIOR to seeing counselor (see p.7) or student meets minimum ACT/SAT scores for English portion. BRING to counseling appointment. Please complete as soon as possible. Course options & selection are impacted by the results of this test. Both Math & English tests are required. Any student placing into ENG 1055 will be required to attend pre- scheduled Mandatory Orientation prior to being allowed to register. Any student placing into ENG 1060, will have course restrictions.
3. TRANSCRIPTS: any and all OFFICIAL transcripts must be forwarded to OCC for full consideration including AP courses.
4. FAFSA APPLICATION: required prior to consideration of Athletic Scholarship.
5. EMAIL: Establish OCC email address (required for registration/communication).
6. NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION: ALL students must it complete online via MYOCC before registering.
7. ATHLETE ORIENTATION: ALL Student Athletes must attend a mandatory athlete orientation scheduled in June of each year.
8. NEW-STUDENT ORIENTATION: All new students must complete the online orientation before being allowed to register.
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
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9. COUNSELOR APPOINTMENT: Schedule a mandatory appointment prior to each semester (not a walk-in) to meet with a Counselor to review degree options, possible course schedule for the coming academic year, pre-requisites, etc. As a student athlete know your team practice schedule. Game schedules should be complete first week of classes.
10. COURSE REGISTRATION: Submit completed course schedule form directly to the counseling office or AD by the following dates:
a. Fall Term –Friday, July 5, 2019b. Winter Term – Friday, October 23, 2019c. Summer Term – Friday, March 6, 2020 (optional)
ATHLETE COURSE SELECTION GUIDELINESThe following guidelines are for your use and common concerns that arise during registration.
1. Be aware of your practice and game schedule through the entire semester you are registering for. There are evenings/days you should avoid. For example: Volleyball – avoid Tuesdays & Thursday evenings, Fridays and weekends. Basketball winter semester – avoid Monday – Wednesday evenings and weekends
2. PRE-REQS: Be aware many courses require a pre-req before you can sign up. Review each course prior to signing up! Note that to move to the next course you must pass with a ‘C’ or better.
3. ONLINE COURSES: Athletes are NOT allowed to take more than one online course a semester unless approved by the AD and the online course orientation must be completed prior to be able to register.
4. Check your schedule and OCC Email regularly. This is the ONLY way the college communicates canceled classes, schedule changes, and the Athletic Office sends important information. CHECK Daily!
5. TIME MANAGEMENT: College level courses require additional study time (i.e. for every 1 credit = up to 4 hrs of study time depending on the class. Ask sophomore athletes, coaches and athletic personnel for guidance.
6. CAREER PLANNING: Strongly recommend student athletes take this 2 credit course the first semester. If you are uncertain about your interests, your skills, this course will prepare you and give you the tools to head in the right direction – Graduation and/or Transfer.
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7. Review your handbook. Each and every piece in this handbook is here as a resource and guide for you – quick reference while for appointments, meetings etc.
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
WAITLIST CLASSES Students must first register for all course options then decide if they would
like to waitlist for a course. Because official student athletes have the ATHL (athlete) designation, this service has LIMITED capabilities due to the time necessary in responding to the automated e-mail from the college. Should a course be selected that requires a Waitlist designation, you MUST go to the home campus Enrollment office to process the class change.
LATE START CLASSES It is your responsibility as a student to know your schedule and MAINTAIN
12 credits at all times except for summer session. This applies even if your sport is out of season.
NOTE: all classes MUST START PRIOR to the end of the sport season.
SCHEDULE ADJUSTMENT AND/OR DROP/ADD There is a designated Schedule Adjustment or Drop/Add time (first week
of classes). It CANNOT be done after. The proper form must be used, changes cannot be made online. Until the requested change is officially authorized, the student should attend all classes in which they originally enrolled. Students may utilize a walk-in appoint for these changes.
Any and all changes to your schedule must be approved after schedule adjustment/15th day of the semester. Repercussions may include: immediate ineligibility, termination of scholarship, and/or dismissal from the Athletic program.
NON-ELIGIBLE FINANCIAL AID Effective Fall 2016 the following classes are not eligible for financial aid in
order to comply with federal student aid regulations: MAT 1045, MAT 1050, ENG 1055 and CIS 1000
COURSE REPETITION Student athletes must be aware that the accumulation rule does not apply
when repeating courses! If a course is retaken, it can only be counted once in total credits.
Note: Scholarships may not apply beyond one course attempt per semester. This includes a dropped course from a previous semester.
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Hold on Records: The Counseling Office can assist you in identifyingany HOLDS on your record. A student athlete cannot register/secure transcripts if there is a hold on their account.
ACADEMIC PROGRESS
DEGREE COMPLETIONIt is our effort to help you succeed and move towards your academic goals. The Department encourages each student athlete to complete their certificates and/or degrees.
Declare your degree early. Make Counselor Appointments productive. Ask questions as you
progress and select courses prior to each semester. Apply for Graduation. When you are ready, complete the Certificate
and Degree Application form!
ACADEMIC MONITORING - METHODS INCLUDE (NOT LIMITED TO)
PROGRESS REPORTS Progress reports will be issued by the Head Coach or designee a minimum
of twice a semester. Each Head Coach is responsible for the collection and evaluation of these reports prior to submitting to the AD or designee. If an athlete fails to return these forms, they may:
a. Forfeit their ability to continue participate immediatelyb. Discipline or loss of eligibilityc. Forfeit their right to compete on the team the following yeard. Scholarship students may be subject to the loss of current
scholarship for the semester/year For those taking an online course, reports must be forwarded
electronically to those instructors and back to the Head coach and/or AD.
REPORT VERIFICATION A random 20% sampling of these completed reports will take place to
ensure valid signatures and information. If a student athlete falsifies these academic documents in any way or does not reflect true feedback by instructor, unsatisfactory in attendance or performance, the athlete will be immediately be suspended until a full review is completed.
ATTENDANCE POLICY Attending class is necessary to be a successful student and to maintain
eligibility; therefore, if any student is regularly missing classes, in any combination of sections, in a single semester for reasons deemed unacceptable by the athletic department (acceptable reasons – extreme illness, family death) the student could face a number of consequences
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A EXCELLENT 4.0
A- EXCELLENT 3.7
B+ EXCELLENT 3.3
B GOOD 3.0
C+ GOOD 2.3
C AVERAGE 2.0
C- AVERAGE 1.7
D+ AVERAGE 1.3
D AVERAGE 1.0
F FAILURE 0.0
B- GOOD 2.7
GRADING POLICYStudents will be awarded letter grades as follows:
including but limited to not being allowed to start, suspended for one or multiple games or being kicked off the team. Consequences will carry over from one semester to the next or to the next athletic season if necessary.
ASC TUTORING ASSIGNED Early communication between Head Coach and AD or designee may
result in a monitoring period for grade improvement along with suspended participation in practice and/or competition. These will be monitored case by case until improvement is seen. Ultimately this is the SA’s responsibility.
TOURNAMENT PARTICIPATION & ACADEMIC STATUS Should at any point in the semester a student athlete’s grades indicate a
failing grade or his/her academic progress is unacceptable, he/she will not be allowed to participate, if necessary, until grades improve.
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AU - AUDIT – A student may register for a course without credit. This election must be made at the time of registration or schedule adjustment.
CP - CONTINUING PROGRESS – A mark designated for selective use for students enrolled in designated courses that have attended class regularly and made reasonable effort toward progress but have not demonstrated a passing level of proficiency. This mark cannot be awarded more than once for the same course. The “CP” may remain on the transcript indefinitely. Upon reenrollment and completion, the letter grade issued will be used for purposes of figuring the grade point average. The instructor of record will submit a written summation of the student’s progress to the student, next the instructor and the department chair. This is to ensure that the student understands and accepts the responsibilities outlined by the instructor. If a student athlete anticipates this grade see the Athletic Director and coach immediately in order to determine eligibility.
I - INCOMPLETE – This mark will be used sparingly and only when an emergency prevents a student from completing course work during the regular college session. The student is responsible for completing a written agreement with the instructor detailing the requirements to be met for the completion of the “I” before it is assigned. The student is not to register for a course in which he or she has a current mark of “I”. Without prior faculty-initiated action to change the ‘I’, this mark will become a “WS” one year subsequent to its original issue. If a student athlete receives an ‘I’ putting him/her below the completion of 12 credits, they are ineligible until the work is completed. See the Director and Head Coach immediately if an incomplete is expected.
AU - Audit
CP - Continuing Progress
I - Incomplete
W - Student Initiated Withdrawal
N - Non-Attendant
WS - Stopped Attending
NR - Not Reported
PASS/FAILA Pass /Fail grade may be given for a specific course based on the recommendation of the faculty in the discipline, a supporting rationale, and with the approval of the Provost.
GRADING SYMBOLSIn addition to the grading system, the following symbols may appear on a student Grade Report.
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N - NON-ATTENDANT – The non-punitive mark is awarded to students who, though registered, never attended class, did not officially drop, and no gradable work exists. A student athlete will be immediately ineligible if given this mark at any time bringing the total credits below 12. This is a failure to attend class.
NR - NOT-REPORTED – Grade was not reported or submitted.
W - STUDENT-INITIATED WITHDRAWAL – This non punitive mark is awarded to students who initiate the process to officially drop the course during the time specified for the academic period.
WS - WITHDRAWAL – STOPPED ATTENDING – This faculty-initiated mark is awarded when a student stops attending the class or (for online and hybrid classes) stops submitting work but never officially drops. Marks of “WS” do not satisfy prerequisites and are not transferable. This mark is not used in the calculation of GPA, but it may affect eligibility for financial aid.
*W/WS can both result in ineligibility. See your Head Coach and Athletic Director promptly before requesting this grade from the faculty. If given a W/WS, it is up to the student athlete to follow up with the instructor and keep Coach/Athletic Director informed as it may impact eligibility, scholarship awards.
ACADEMIC SANCTIONSA student is in Good Standing when that student has: *A most recent semester grade point average (SGPA) of 2.0 or higher and * A cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.0 or higher. Maintaining these standards makes a student eligible for an academic degree or certificate. In an effort to promote student success, the college has developed a program of academic sanctions which shall be triggered when the semester GPA of a student falls below 2.0.
Students are notified of an applied sanction by: a) email, b) letter, and c) through Online Services after the 1st or 2nd grade posting.
Upon the first such semester following a semester clear of any academic sanction, the college will issue an Academic Warning to the student advising that greater care should be exercised to prevent a recurrence. In the event that this condition continues for a second consecutive semester, the student will be issued another Academic Warning if the cumulative GPA is below 2.0. However, if that following consecutive semester’s GPA continues below 2.0 and the cumulative GPA is now also below a 2.0, the student will be placed on Academic Intervention. The student on Academic Intervention will be required
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to meet with a counselor and may then be asked to limit the total number of hours carried during the semester. The counselor may also ask that the student observe other restrictions appropriate to his or her academic profile.
If a student athlete is placed on Academic Intervention, he/she must meet with the Athletic Director to review the status of eligibility PRIOR to the end of the Drop/Add period of the current semester.
If the student’s semester GPA is found to be below 2.0 for a third consecutive semester, the college will review that student’s academic record. Student will be de-registered from courses until this record is reviewed. If this review reveals that the cumulative GPA is above 2.0 the student will be continued on Academic Intervention status with any restrictions deemed appropriate by a college counselor. If the examination reveals that both the semester and cumulative GPA’s are below 2.0, the student will be suspended for one calendar year.
When Academic Suspension occurs, the student will be de-registered from courses promptly upon grade posting and he/she must proceed through the process of appeals established at the institution with his/her home campus. An appeal form can be retrieved from the dean’s office and students must provide any/all transcripts when meeting with the Academic Dean.
NOTICE OF THE FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA)The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 was established to protect the privacy of student educational records. Only certain employees of Oakland Community College, acting individually or collectively in the educational interest of the student, are allowed access to educational records. When the collection of personally identifiable information is specifically authorized by federal law, any data collected by such officials shall be protected in a manner which will not permit the personal identification of students and their parents by other than those officials, and such personally identifiable data shall be destroyed when no longer needed. Except as allowed and required by law, no personally identifiable information from a student’s educational record will be disclosed to any third party (including parent, spouse or other students) by an official or employee of the college without prior written consent of the student.
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REPRESENTING OAKLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
An Athlete is seen in the public eye more often than the average student. The privilege of being a college athlete is accompanied by a responsibility to represent the college with class and dignity. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action up to and including dismissal.
CODE OF CONDUCTAs an athlete representing OCC, I subscribe to the following ideals:
1. I regard the achievement of excellence in my sport, my role as a team member, and the development of my character as ends in themselves.
2. I will fulfill the responsibilities required of me by my teammates, coaches and college.
3. I will treat all of my fellow athletes with courtesy and respect that I would have them confer on me.
4. I will uphold my academic responsibility as an athlete at OCC.
5. I understand the privilege of wearing an OCC uniform and the responsibility that comes with it whether on the field, on campus or in the community.
6. I understand that I will not participate in the use of alcohol, drugs and all other forms of inappropriate behavior as stipulated in the OCC Student Handbook.
7. I have read and signed the NJCAA Code of Conduct
USE OF COLLEGE PROPERTYNo student shall be on campus except during times established in the Academic Calendar as instructional periods and/or during normal college hours of operation.
ALCOHOL, TOBACCO AND DRUG USENo student athlete shall consume or possess any alcoholic beverages, beer and/or wine on any college-owned or operated facility or at any college-sponsored event either on or off campus. Should a student athlete be reported or found engaging in alcohol or drug use, he/she will be immediately suspended until further review.
ATHLETIC EXCELLENCE
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The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited on all college-owned or operated property and at any college-sponsored events either on or off campus.
DISTURBANCE IN PUBLICStudent athletes do not have sole utilization of the facility. Often that usage must be shared with instructional classes, community users and other teams. Athletes must act in a mature manner at all times and avoid creating a situation that would disrupt or disturb another program. Examples of such situations include: occupying the facility at inappropriate times, creating loud noises, or wearing spikes in the gym. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.
DRESS AND APPEARANCEProper attire is required. Modesty and good taste are always expected. OCC assigned gear is required to be worn at all practices and games.
TEAM RULESEach team will institute specific guidelines regarding appropriate behavior, dress and appearance. These will be reviewed with the student athlete by the coach on the first day of practice.
TRAVELAll team members must ride the team bus to away events unless released by Head Coach and knowledge of the Director of Athletics. Adhere to any bus and hotel rules as noted.
B.A.R.T. PROCEDURE & DUE PROCESSFor the safety of the college community and maintaining academic integrity, the college has developed a Behavioral Assessment Review Team procedure. This is to identify inappropriate, threatening, or illegal communication or behavior that may occur on campus or at a campus event. Should you become aware of any form of communication that could pose a risk or threat to the college, its students, or employees you should immediately bring it to the attention of a college dean or public safety officer as soon as possible. A multi-disciplined team will review the action and seek help for the person involved. Should an incident involve a Student Athlete, disciplinary action such as suspension will be immediately enforced until determined by the Director of Athletics.
In less serious cases involving a minor offense, corrective action may be taken by the appropriate coaching staff. An appeal by the student or family may be made to the Director within 72 hours from the time the offense occurred. All attempts to render a fair and just decision to any offense will be made as quickly as possible.
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Disciplinary action may include, but is not limited to: reprimand, restriction of participation, requirement of restitution, suspension or dismissal from the school, any student who breaks the laws of the State of Michigan or local municipality will be referred to Campus Police and the local police department.
ATHLETIC TRAINING SERVICESAll student athletes participating in any one of the NJCAA certified sports or clubs must pass a physical examination administered by a qualified health care professional licensed to administer physical examinations prior to the first practice for each collegiate year in which they compete. Physicals are required to participate in any athletic team tryout or department sponsored visit. The physical form specified by the OCC Athletic Department is REQUIRED to be used. No other form will be accepted when the sport is officially in season.
Three medical forms due prior to any pre-conditioning or first day of practice whichever comes first:
Physical dated after June 1, 2019 (physicals are valid for 13 mo.)
Insurance Form & copy of insurance cards
Emergency Contact Form
INJURIESStudent Athletes must report all injuries to the college (and/or coach) within 24 hours after the injury occurs and complete an injury report immediately. Medical referrals will first be made by a certified athletic trainer IF the injury occurred while participating in official contests or practice as a student athlete. Each coach will participate in medical referrals in absence of the certified trainer.
INSURANCEThe athletic accident insurance at Oakland Community College is excess only or secondary. It will not duplicate benefits paid or payable by any other insurance plan including HMO’s or PPO’s. Oakland Community College will cover excess costs over and above your primary coverage plan. If you are not covered by a primary plan, we are requesting you investigate plans and purchase your own insurance coverage since ours is not a primary care plan. The maximum paid per athlete is $1000. ALL follow up costs, rehabilitation, etc., must be documented by our trainer and approved by the department before any coverage costs will be taken care of. Oakland Community College will not be responsible for any medical bills incurred to an injured athlete without prior approval by the certified athletic trainer, athletic director and/
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or coach. An athletic injury which occurs while participating in a sanctioned practice or competition will be covered as a secondary policy. Pre-existing injuries will NOT be covered. Please check with Director as soon as possible.
ALL athletic injuries must be communicated to the coach and trainer. Proper injury documentation must be filed and a copy is to be given to the Trainer or AD in a timely manner. Student athletes needing access to the training room need to see the AD or an available coach in advance. All training room rules must be adhered to.
PHYSICIAN REFERRAL CONTACT INFORMATION Nate Marshall Orthopedics: 248.650.2400
STUDENT-ATHLETES & PREGNANCYPregnancy in a student athlete can be challenging and we want to protect your physical and mental health while you consider your options. We suggest you do not withdraw from your sport before talking to someone as this can result in the loss of scholarship. First, we encourage you to discuss your pregnancy and related health concerns with your private physician. We encourage you to also tell the department athletic trainer as soon as you learn you are pregnant. This information is kept confidential unless you give permission to do otherwise.
What happens to my year of eligibility? Pregnancy is considered a temporary medical condition. A medical hardship would be considered through the institution following NJCAA regulations.
What about medical coverage? The Athletics Department does not cover medical service costs related to care of pregnancy.
Where to go for help: Athletic Trainer or coach may refer you to the OCC College Counseling offices.
AMATEUR STATUS/OUTSIDE COMPETITION“Ask before you do anything”
To remain athletically eligible, the most important thing to remember is not to endanger your amateur athlete status or violate NJCAA rules regarding outside competition. The following are the more commonly applicable NJCAA guidelines for maintaining your amateur status (not all NJCAA rules are included).
You cannot within your sport: Accept payment or promise of payments in cash, prizes, gifts or travel for
participating in your sport Play on a recreation team during the college’s season of competition
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INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTSIt is the responsibility of each student athlete to maintain a good academic standing. Each athlete must meet the eligibility requirements established by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). This requires upholding a 2.00 GPA or above and maintaining full-time enrollment (12 Credit Hours). Failure to meet these requirements will result in immediate suspension/expulsion from the Athletic Program.
NJCAA GENERAL ELIGIBILITY INFORMATIONAll NJCAA Rules of Eligibility are in effect as of August 1, 2016*
a. A member college must be in good standing with the NJCAA and its own conference to enter a team or individual in an activity sponsored by the NJCAA.
b. Students participating on an intercollegiate level in any one of the certified sports shall conform to the requirements of the Rules of Eligibility, the rules and regulations of the conference with which the college is affiliated, and the rules of the college at which the students are attending and participating.
c. Ineligible students are not to be allowed to dress, sit on the bench or travel unless approved by Director.
d. Students who falsify any academic and / or athletic participation record shall be ineligible for further competition in an NJCAA member college at any time.
e. Colleges having an intercollegiate athletic program above the two year level shall not be allowed to participate in any of the certified sports of the NJCAA.
f. The word “term” is used within the Eligibility Rules and refers to quarter, semester or trimester, whichever applies to the office unit of class. The term, i.e. unit credits, quarter term with the semester credits, etc. will be evaluated and an interpretation entered in the Casebook.
g. A student athlete’s GPA will be determined by dividing the earned/ passing accumulated quality points by the corresponding earned/ passing credit hours at each institution of attendance. NOTE: Passing and satisfactory grades may be contributed as “C” grades.
h. Student-athletes who earn an A, B, C, or D grade in a college level course may only use that course one time for previous term/ accumulation eligibility purposes. A repeated class is allowed to be counted towards current term enrollment.
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*NOTE: This is only a portion of the rules & regulations for the NJCAA eligibility (pg. 22-25)
NJCAA ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITYThe following rules shall be used to determine a student’s eligibility for athletic competition in any one of the certified sports of the NJCAA. ELIGIBILITY MUST BE DETERMINED PRIOR TO JUNE 30 OF EACH YEAR to be considered for competition for the upcoming year. (Exceptions must be approved by AD)
a. Student athletes must make satisfactory progress within an approved college program or course as listed in the college catalog.
b. Students must be in regular attendance and enrolled full time before competing in any OCC sponsored sport.
c. Must maintain enrollment in 12 or more credit hours of college work during each term of athletic participation or per Scholarship contract (LOI).
SEMESTER ELIGIBILITYd. Prior to the last official date to register for the second full-time semester as published in the college catalog, a student must have passed twelve (12) semester hours with a 2.0 GPA or above.
e. On or before the 15th calendar day from the beginning date of the terms for the third full-time semester and all the subsequent semester thereafter, as published in the college catalog, a student must satisfy ONE of the following four requirements to be eligible for the upcoming semester:
1. Pass a minimum of twelve (12) semester hours with a 2.00 GPA or above during the previous semester of full time enrollment.
2. Pass an accumulation of semester hours equal to twelve (12) multiplied by the number of semesters in which the student was previously enrolled full-time with a GPA of 2.00 or above.
3. A first season participant with 2 full time semesters must have passed a minimum accumulation of 24 credit hours with a 2.00 GPA or higher for the initial term of participation, regardless of previous term or other accumulation requirements. (NOTE: this only establishes eligibility for the initial term not subsequent terms.)
4. A second season participant must have passed a minimum accumulation of 24 credit hours for a fall sport, 36 credit hours for a spring sport, with a 2.00 GPA or higher regardless of previous term or other accumulation requirement.
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5. Credit hours earned from part-time term enrollments can be calculated in accumulation totals. Also classes that may not be accepted by OCC academically may still be able to be counted athletically.
f. Prior to a second season of participation in an NJCAA certified sport, students must pass a minimum accumulation of twenty four (24) semester hours with a 2.00 GPA or above. (this is in addition to satisfying 4.d or 4.e)
g. Students must be enrolled full- time (12 or more credits) at the college where they have chosen to participate when the regular season schedule of their team sport begins. Students not enrolled during the term when the season begins remain ineligible throughout the season schedule unless they enroll on the first possible enrollment date following:
1. Their release from Active Armed Services of the United States with a discharge other than dishonorable.
2. Their return from a religious mission.
3. Their graduation from a high school or receipt of an equivalency diploma.
4. Their transfer from an NJCAA member college which has dropped a sport after the school year begins. Student athletes that satisfy one of the four exceptions become eligible after the previous term has ended upon registration as a full-time student athlete for the new term. (Student athletes must be added to the eligibility form before participating.)
5. A student athlete attending a multi-campus college may, if at the campus of his/her enrollment a sport is not offered, participated in that sport at any campus within the system that offers said sport.
h. In the following sports, students are not required to be enrolled during the fall term to be eligible to participate in the sport during the spring season unless the records are carried over into the spring season: Baseball, Bowling, Golf, Lacrosse, Softball, and Tennis. If the fall records are carried over into the spring season, all students must be enrolled full-time (12 or more credits) during the fall term when the schedule begins.
i. NJCAA Policy Certified Disabled Student Athlete:
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a. Student Athlete may be granted relief from Article V, Section 4.C, - 4.F of the bylaws in the instance where the specific guidelines are followed. Processing and documentation MUST take place prior to first year of participation. See the Director of Athletics for more information
If you have any questions about academic/athletic eligibility, contact your coach or the Director of Athletics before changing class schedules.
TRANSFER AND THE NCAA CLEARINGHOUSEIf you are planning to transfer to a four year college and are hoping to continue participating in athletics, it is mandatory that you register with the NCAA or NAIA Clearinghouse to determine your qualification status. The academic requirements to transfer to a Division I, II, III or NAIA college vary. Go to www.eligibilitycenter.org for more information on NCAA eligibility, or NAIA Clearinghouse www.playnaia.org for required coursework and transfer information.
NJCAA LETTERS OF INTENT / GRANT IN AIDAll NJCAA National Letter of Intent (NLOI) are binding eligibility / financial contracts between the student athlete and OCC.
Three (3) copies of this NLOI will be made once all signatures are in place.
Original form filed with the NJCAA
Copy to the Student Athlete (if requested)
Copy on file in the Athletic Department
All financial awards must be clearly noted by semester on the NLOI.
The NLOI will become void if:
Student athlete does not fulfill requirements of the contract
Student athlete becomes academically ineligible.
Student athlete chooses to leave the team. The student athlete will then be charged back by Oakland Community College for all appropriate amounts of tuition and fees.
Student fails to enroll, withdrawals or transfers
Student athlete is disciplined where it is deemed necessary to void the LOI
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If a NLOI is on file and a ‘separation’ occurs between a student athlete and the team, the contract total may be revoked and will be calculated based on the time spent on the team. A ‘final contact’ date will be documented and all NLOI funds will be adjusted accordingly. NJCAA Letter of Intent Calendar for 2019/2020 will run from June 16, 2019 through June 15, 2020.
Athletic scholarship, as noted in the NLOI, only covers in-county tuition rates. The difference in cost must be paid for by the student athlete. Any athlete that does not have an in-county address on file with the college before the start of the fall semester will be charged out-of-county rates. If they address changes after the fall semester, rated adjustments cannot be made until the winter semester.
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OCC ATHLETIC ALUMNIIt is with pride and deep commitment to student success that the OCC Athletic Department, OCC Foundation along with past coaches and administration present to you the Raider Vision Statement:
Oakland Community college’s Intercollegiate sports program will be recognized locally as well as nationally as a premier two year experience with emphasis on academic and athlete excellence, focused on leadership, community, and personal growth. The Department will serve the college, community and student with the integrity and accountability required to achieve the highest athletic and scholastic standards.
To help future student athletes and the department achieve this vision we have created an opportunity for alumni & friends of athletics to provide financial support for athletic scholarships, travel, and equipment needs through the OCC Foundation. By person gift or designation, you may select the sport program for your gift/donation.
For more information please contact: Director Dan Jenuwine at the Foundation 248.341.2134 or Jamie Corona – Director of Athletics 248.232.4513.
We would be happy to come and discuss the many options for giving to OCC Athletics!
OCC FOUNDATIONOUR MISSIONThe mission of the Oakland Community College Foundation is to obtain financial support to advance the mission and goals of the Oakland Community College.
LEADERSHIP AND PERSONAL GROWTH
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OCC SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES The OCC Athletic Department is committed to services in the local community from free sport clinics to collecting donations and canned food for a local pantry. The Raiders look for opportunities to give back and welcome any suggestions to do so.
AH - 248.232.4290 HL - 248.942.3243OR - 248.522.3723
RO - 248.246.2586SF - 248.246.2586STUDENT LIFE
LEADERSHIP & STUDENT LIFEOne of the guiding principles our department holds is to ensure opportunities for Leadership and Personal Development. The college has a number of opportunities outside athletics to develop his/her leadership skills including:
STUDENT LIFEOakland Community College meets a wide range of student development needs and encourages students to meet their goals both inside and out of the classroom by offering a variety of “student life” programs, activities, honor societies, and services.
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Able to hand multiple tasks simultaneously
Understand accountability
Can make decisions under pressure
Seek and love a challenge
Understand importance of time management
Always prepared
Has overcome adversity
Confident
Strong work ethic
Can execute a game plan
Always striving to improve
Understand value of teamwork
Coachable and willing to learn
Result oriented
Focused
Competitive nature
Aggressive
Handles pressure well
High energy level
Goal oriented
Disciplined
Strong character
Self-motivated
Constructive criticism seen as growth opportunity
TRANSFERABLE SKILLS
These are some attributes you possess having participated in collegiate athletics. These are skills you can highlight as being able to transfer from your role as a student athlete to whatever job you are seeking. These can be noted on your resume or mentioned during your interview.
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FROM ATHLETES TO ATHLETES:
For your Counselor meeting – what questions should you ask….
FIRST YEAR ATHLETE: What is the placement test, when do I take it?
I have Advanced Placement courses from high school. How do I get them transferred?
If my goal is to transfer, what degree(s) should be considered?
What credits/programs are transferable – in state/out of state?
What pre-reqs do I need to take for other classes? Are there grade minimums to be aware of for pre-requisite courses?
What do I do if I have a problem with my schedule?
Who do I contact if I have to miss the first class?
What are the dates to drop/add? How does this work/when can I do this and remain eligible?
How am I notified if schedule changes?
I have credits from previous institutions. How do I go about transferring them?
What is de-registration and how / when does it impact my schedule?
What do I do when I do not pass with “C” or better and my pre-registered course is dropped?
SECOND YEAR ATHLETE: What classes do I need for degree completion?
Can I retake a class to improve my grade? Should I do this?
Are there changes in transferable courses/programs?
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